Champions Japan make winning start as Australia crush Indonesia
Two-time defending champions Japan brushed aside Myanmar 5-0 in their opening game at the Women's Asian Cup in Pune on Friday while joint-favourites Australia thrashed Indonesia 18-0.
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Matildas v Indonesia live: Australia begins Asian Cup title charge in Mumbai
It's been twelve years since the Matildas last won the Asian Cup, and despite becoming one of the best and most iconic teams in the world since then, their trophy cabinet has remained empty.
Tony Gustavsson: The school teacher from Sundsvall leading the Matildas to their greatest challenge
The Gulf of Bothnia, at the top of the Baltic Sea between Sweden and Finland, is not so well known in these parts.
Thorough planning gives Matildas best shot yet at reclaiming Asian Cup
A lot has changed for the Matildas in the 12 years since they last held the title of Asia's best women's football team.
Australia's Sam Kerr comes second behind Alexia Putellas for FIFA best women's player, as Robert Lewandowski wins the men's award
Sam Kerr has been beaten to the FIFA best women's player of the year award by Barcelona's Alexia Putellas.